A Sampson County drug boss who ran a coast-to-coast meth pipeline from California to Clinton has been convicted on 12 federal counts. He now faces life in prison. Full story 👉 spectacularmag.com/2025/12/01/sam… #SpecMagNC #TriangleCrimeReport #Breaking #NCCrime

The Honorable Bob Etheridge will be honored at the 2025 #HBCUTriumphGala for his lifetime of leadership, service & rural empowerment. 🌟 Join Shaw University in celebrating his legacy on Dec. 6 at The Westin RDU. Read more: spectacularmag.com/2025/12/02/the… #SpecMagNC #HBCUPride

New NC laws are now in effect — from stricter bail rules to guns in schools and tougher crime penalties. Here’s what you need to know ⬇️ spectacularmag.com/2025/12/02/new… #SpecMagNC #NCLaws #NorthCarolina #JusticeReform

“It’s a brand-new car!” 🚗🎉 But what really happens after the Price Is Right cameras stop rolling? From tax bills to dealership delays, past winners spill the truth — and still say it’s worth it. Read more: spectacularmag.com/2025/12/02/wha… #SpecMagNC #FeelGoodFriday #ThePriceIsRight

Calling all African American fashion designers 👗✨ Spectacular Magazine wants to feature YOU in our Spectacular Style series — where Carolina chic meets bold elegance. 📧 Email [email protected] #SpectacularStyle #SpecMagNC #BlackDesigners #BlackExcellence

🎄 Love, music & Memphis magic! Melissa L. Williams, K. Michelle & Juhahn Jones star in BET+’s newest holiday story Never Alone for Christmas: Memphis. Watch the trailer + see photos ➡️ spectacularmag.com/2025/12/04/mel… #NeverAloneForChristmas #BETPlus #SpecMagNC #HolidayMovies2025

In 1956, the Holt family stood up to school segregation in Raleigh — changing NC history. Now, Shaw University honors their legacy at 2nd HBCU Triumph Gala. Read their inspiring story spectacularmag.com/2025/12/04/the… #HBCUTriumphGala #ShawU #SpecMagNC #CivilRightsLegacy #DeborahHoltNoel

The Durham Sheriff recovered two firearms and nearly 50 grams of marijuana during a recent traffic stop. One suspect has been charged; another remains at large. Read the full report: spectacularmag.com/2025/12/05/dur……ing-traffic-stop/ #SpecMagNC #DurhamNC #PublicSafety #communitynews

🚨 MISSING TEEN – RALEIGH 🚨 Malia Macon, 15 • 5’2” • 138 lbs • Black hair dyed red (locs) • Brown eyes Missing since 12/4/25 — mental health delays, no medication or shelter. Call 911 or Det. Shelton @ 919-817-6061 (RPD #P25065889) #SpecMagNC #MissingPerson #RaleighNC

Durham Co. Commissioner Nida Allam launches her 2025 campaign to unseat Rep. Valerie Foushee in NC’s 4th District. Bernie Sanders backs her bid as Foushee defends her record. 🎥 Watch the Reel & read more @ spectacularmag.com/2025/12/11/nid… #SpecMagNC #NidaAllam #ValerieFoushee @NCDems

The Durham Holiday Parade returns Dec. 13 at 10 A.M.! 🎄 Floats, bands, dancers & more fill Downtown Main Street with holiday cheer. 🎅🏾 Free family fun presented by Durham Parks & Rec! #SpecMagNC #DurhamHolidayParade #DurhamNC #BullCity Discover Durham CityofDurhamNC Downtown Durham, Inc.

Federal agents say they stopped a New Year’s Eve bombing plot in SoCal, arresting 4 suspects tied to an extremist anti-government group. FBI says the group was rehearsing with bomb-making materials in the desert. Full story: spectacularmag.com/2025/12/16/fed… #SpecMagNC #terrorist

🚨 MISSING CHILD – #durhamnc 🚨 12-year-old Justyce Rich has been missing since Dec. 7. Authorities & family urgently need the public’s help. If you have ANY info: 📞 Durham PD: 919-560-4600 📞 Call 911 if seen Please share. Your post could be the one that brings Justyce home.

Durham, it’s time to show up for the businesses that make Bull City bold. 100+ small businesses are participating in the Love Durham campaign now through Feb. 28. Explore. #ShopLocal. Support. Learn more → spectacularmag.com/2026/01/05/lov… #LoveDurham #DurhamNC #SpecMagNC DiscoverDurhamCIC

🚨 WANTED: 4 suspects still at-large in a Creedmoor armed robbery & kidnapping investigation. Know them? 📞 Butner Public Safety: 919-575-6561 ext. 103 📞 Crime Stoppers: 919-693-3100 (anonymous, up to $2K reward) Read more: spectacularmag.com/2026/01/05/arm… #SpecMagNC #Wanted #CrimeAlert

#BigCourt + #IceT are making power moves. They’ve officially launched OG Network , a new global streaming platform built for #urbanculture & independent creators. What it could mean for the future of streaming👇 Read more: spectacularmag.com/2026/01/06/big… #OGNetwork #SpecMagNC

🗳️ Dr. B. Angeloe Burch Sr. Political Forum 📅 Jan. 11, 2026 | ⏰ 2–5 PM 📍 Mount Vernon Miss. Baptist Church Hear from leaders at local, state & federal levels and engage on the issues impacting Durham. Free & open to the public. Show up. Speak up. Stay informed. #DurhamNAACP #SpecMagNC

🚨 MISSING: Derrick Gibson (“Frog”), last seen Saturday night in Durham, NC, leaving in a white BMW 750. If you have any information, contact the Durham Police Department immediately. Please RT to help bring him home. #MissingPerson #DurhamNC

Now accepting nominations for 2026 Perry Scholarship Fund Legacy Honorees 🇺🇸 Seeking honorably discharged veterans (Air Force, Army, Marines, Navy) living in Chatham, Durham, or Wake County. Deadline: Jan 31, 2026 Nominate: perryscholarshipfund.com #Veterans #DurhamNC #Legacy

50+ Black elected leaders across NC’s 4th District have endorsed Congresswoman Valerie Foushee ahead of the 2026 primary. See the full list of signers and read the endorsement letter at spectacularmag.com/2026/02/05/mor… #SpecMagNC #NCPolitics #NCPrimary2026